SEMH SPORTS COACH
25 days ago
Christchurch
SEMH Sports Coach - Christchurch (Ages 11-16) Start: September 2026 | Pay: From £14.25/hr | Long-term or Permanent A specialist SEMH school in Christchurch is seeking a resilient and engaging Sports Coach to support pupils aged 11-16 who have an EHCP with a primary need of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH). The school also supports learners with co-occurring needs including ADHD, PDA, ODD and some with ASC where it is an additional need. Pupils respond well to structure, movement and trusted relationships, making sport a key tool for engagement and emotional regulation. About the School This specialist SEMH provision offers a calm, relational and highly structured environment. Pupils benefit from: • One-to-one and small-group mentoring, • Sports-based engagement and physical activity, • Emotional regulation and wellbeing support, • Consistent routines and strong relational practice Learners may present with communication differences, behavioural challenges and a range of neurodiverse needs. Your Role As an SEMH Sports Coach, you will: • Support SEMH learners with social, emotional and behavioural needs, • Deliver and assist with PE, sports and movement-based sessions, • Use physical activity to build confidence, resilience and engagement, • Manage behaviour with empathy, consistency and clear boundaries, • Build strong, respectful relationships with pupils and staff, • Encourage emotional regulation, positive routines and personal growth This role suits sports coaches, youth workers, psychology graduates, PE specialists and individuals with lived experience of SEMH. The Details • Location: Christchurch, • Start Date: ASAP or September 2026, • Contract: Long-term or permanent, • Pay: From £14.25/hr What You'll Need • A caring, patient and adaptable approach, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Experience with SEMH or SEND is beneficial but not essential, • Right to work in the UK, • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply), • References covering the last 24 months Why Join Prospero Teaching? • Free accredited CPD including safeguarding and behaviour support, • Access to an in-house Training & Development Team, • Ongoing support from an experienced local consultant, • A meaningful role where you'll make a genuine difference every day If this is a role of interest, please reach out today with an up to date copy of your CV for consideration. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.